Dashlane vs NordPass
Two modern, polished managers. The pricier total package meets the sharply priced specialist.
Short answer
NordPass wins this head-to-head.
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Dashlane
The complete manager with a VPN and dark web monitoring built in.
NordPass
A modern manager from the NordVPN team, sharply priced.
| Feature | Dashlane | NordPass |
|---|---|---|
| Our score | 4.3 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Price | From $5.42/mo | From $1.39/mo |
| Free plan | No | |
| Best for | All-in-one security | Budget-conscious users |
| Category | Top picks | Top picks |
| Provider | Dashlane Inc. | Nord Security |
| Visit Dashlane | Visit NordPass |
Our verdict
Dashlane offers the broader bundle. Dark web monitoring and a simple VPN included, plus a strong ten-person family plan. NordPass does the core job just as well for under a third of the price. Since Dashlane's bundled VPN is no substitute for a full VPN service, NordPass is the smarter buy for most people.
Dashlane only wins if you will actually use the whole package.
“A complete bundle with dark web monitoring and even a simple VPN. It sits on the pricey side though, and there is no longer a free plan, only a trial.”Editorial team, on Dashlane
“Modern, fast apps, and on a two-year plan one of the lowest prices among the paid managers. A solid middle road between free and premium.”Editorial team, on NordPass
Frequently asked questions
Is Dashlane worth the extra money over NordPass?
For most people, no. NordPass does the core job just as well for under a third of the price, so Dashlane only wins if you will really use its dark web monitoring and its ten-person family plan. Its bundled VPN is no substitute for a full VPN service, so do not count that as a saving. Our pick in this duel is NordPass.
What is the price difference between Dashlane and NordPass?
Dashlane Premium is $64.99 a year in the US App Store. NordPass Premium is $1.39 a month on a two-year plan, or $16.68 a year. Guide prices on annual billing, and monthly billing typically runs 20 to 40 percent higher. For larger households, Dashlane Friends & Family covers ten accounts on one subscription.
Does either one have a free version?
Only NordPass, and with a limit. The free plan keeps you signed in on one device at a time, which makes it a trial rather than a permanent home. Dashlane discontinued its free plan, so you get a trial and then a subscription. If free is what you are after, neither fits and Bitwarden is the better answer.
Which is better for a family of five or more?
Dashlane, if you count heads. Friends & Family covers ten accounts on one subscription, which is the strongest argument Dashlane has for a big household. NordPass makes more sense for one or two people, where the gap against Dashlane Premium is the entire story.